Bigfoot vs. Standard Mercury 4 stroke

[tjwdrw]

For a small aluminum boat, is a standard 4 cycle 9.9 hp or Bigfoot 9.9hp better? Boat is rated to 18hp. What is the difference between standard 4 cycle model and Bigfoot 4 cycle model in Mercury lineup? I found a 9.9 hp, 2000, shelf model, for $1695. Is this a good deal? Has there been any design changes between 2000 and 2002 that might effect my decision?<br />Thank you,<br />Tom

 

[DJ]

Re: Bigfoot vs. Standard Mercury 4 stroke

The Bigfoot version is for moving heavy loads around. Great for Kickers on bigger boats and small pontoons.<br /><br /> I assume that you want your boat to plane with the 9.9?<br /><br />I don't believe the Bigfoot will do that. The smaller lower unit is going to turn a prop more conducive to planing a boat.

 

[Fouled Plug]

Re: Bigfoot vs. Standard Mercury 4 stroke

Tjwdrw, that doesn't sound like too bad of a deal on the 4 stroke 9.9 Merc. Is it from a local dealer?

 

[trevorcday]

Re: Bigfoot vs. Standard Mercury 4 stroke

I would be happy to sell you a 2002 model for less than that. E-mail me direct at trevorcday@hotmail.com if interested.<br /><br />The main difference is that there was a decompression system added in 2001 to make the motor easier to start. Also the warranty was increased to 3 years in 2001. 2002 is identical to 2001.